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CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Electronic Musical Toys

Reported: February 25, 2005 Initiated: February 25, 2005 #05122

Product Description

The recall includes two styles of battery-operated electronic musical toys. The multi-colored toys come in the shape of a drum and a xylophone, and are sold with a drumstick for playing the musical toy. The recalled toys have a label affixed to the top of the package that reads "LIGHT & SOUND MUSICAL TOY" and "TOY TUNES." A second label affixed to the bottom right of the package reads "TRY ME!" The label affixed on the back of the package contains, "DOLLAR TREE DIST., CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320" and "MADE IN CHINA."

Reason for Recall

The ball on the end of the drumstick sold with these toys can break off during use, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumer should take these toys away from young children immediately and return the recalled toys to the store where purchased for a refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall includes two styles of battery-operated electronic musical toys. The multi-colored toys come in the shape of a drum and a xylophone, and are sold with a drumstick for playing the musical toy. The recalled toys have a label affixed to the top of the package that reads "LIGHT & SOUND MUSICAL TOY" and "TOY TUNES." A second label affixed to the bottom right of the package reads "TRY ME!" The label affixed on the back of the package contains, "DOLLAR TREE DIST., CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320" and "MADE IN CHINA.". Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.. Units affected: About 147,600.
Why was this product recalled?
The ball on the end of the drumstick sold with these toys can break off during use, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumer should take these toys away from young children immediately and return the recalled toys to the store where purchased for a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 25, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05122.